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Goodbye to a Dear Friend: Helen Vanegas

The industry, and I personally, lost a dear friend recently when NAILS sales rep Helen Vanegas died.

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Must-See Mustangs

Backscratchers' president Michael Megna challenged nail artists to capture his prize Mustang on nail tips that he could showcase in a customized center console.

Files Come Under Fire

Nail files are being closely scrutinized in California, and manufacturers and nail technicians are crying foul. Is the state’s regulating agency being fair in its seemingly sudden crackdown on proper file disinfection?

Backscratchers Breaks Ground

Re-Investing the Nail Tip

The latest tip styles are all about flexibility and of serving the needs of as many different clients as possible while making the nail technician’s job easier. Many of today’s designs are the result of suggestions from nail technicians themselves.

Backscratchers Named Fastest-Growing Business

Backscratchers Celebrate Success, Honors Employees

Salon Sanitation: For The Health Of Your Business

Salon sanitation is the biggest issue facing you as a professional today. If you do not abide by the codes of sanitation outlined by your state board, you risk losing not only your license but your reputation and clients as well.

The Confusing Case of the Counterfeits

The proliferation of copycat products and some outright counterfeits have made manufacturers defensive and technicians confused.

1993 “To Do” List

Industry leaders share their company agendas for 1993.